Cajun Catfish Recipe

Name: Cajun Catfish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1 pound catfish fillets; 1 cup dry bread crumbs; 1 tablespoon dried thyme, crushed; 1 tablespoon dry mustard; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 cup safflower or canola oil

Servings: persons

Nonstick cooking spray
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 pound catfish fillets
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon dried thyme, crushed
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup safflower or canola oil

1
Preheat oven to 425F.
2
Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
3
In a bowl combine the buttermilk and hot pepper sauce.
4
Place the fillets in the buttermilk mixture.
5
In a shallow dish combine the bread crumbs, thyme, mustard, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and pepper.
6
Stir in the oil.
7
Remove fish fillets from buttermilk mixture, letting the excess drip off.
8
Dip the fish in the bread crumb mixture, pressing firmly onto fish.
9
Arrange fish on the prepared baking sheet.
10
Bake until firm, opaque, and coating begins to tum golden brown, about 10 minutes.

552

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Nonstick cooking spray, 1 cup buttermilk, 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, 1 pound catfish fillets, and more.

Yes, Cajun Catfish falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Catfish

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Variations & substitutions

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